CREAM PUFF SWANS
Alice Krohn's favorite pastime is planning parties, especially eye-catching dishes to serve at that them. These swan-shaped puffs are examples of the surprising treats guest at gatherings in her Maryland home enjoy. "It's fun to watch folks' eyes widen when I bring out these goodies.-Alice Krohn, Catonsville, Maryland
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h20m
Yield 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a heavy saucepan over medium heat, bring water and butter to a boil. Add flour and salt all at once; stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each; beat until smooth. Cut a small hole in the corner of pastry or plastic bag; insert round tip. Add 1/2 cup batter. , On a greased baking sheet, pipe 36 2-in.-long S shapes for necks, making a small dollop at end of each for heat. Bake at 400° for 10 minutes or until golden. Remove to wire racks to cool. , Drop remaining batter by level tablespoons 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. With a small icing knife, shape batter into 2-in. x 1-1/2-in. teardrops. Bake at 400° for 30-35 minutes or until golden. Remove to wire racks to cool. , Prepare pudding according to package directions; chill. Just before serving, cut off top third of swan bodies; set aside. Spoon pudding into bottoms of puffs. Cut reserved top in half lengthwise for form wings; set wings in pudding. Place necks in pudding. Dust with confectioners' sugar if desired.
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Rayat Chy
[email protected]Overall, I think these cream puff swans are a great dessert. They are beautiful, delicious, and relatively easy to make.
choudhary adnan
[email protected]These cream puff swans are a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would prefer them with a less sweet filling.
Afifa
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of cream puffs, but these cream puff swans are really good. The pastry is light and flaky and the filling is creamy and delicious.
Raja Adrees
[email protected]These cream puff swans are a great way to impress your guests. They are sure to be a hit at any party.
Min Sanji
[email protected]I love the idea of these cream puff swans, but I'm not sure if I have the patience to make them. They look like they would be a lot of work.
Evan Convertino
[email protected]These cream puff swans are a bit time-consuming to make, but they are definitely worth it. They are so beautiful and delicious.
Elizabeth Hueter
[email protected]I have made these cream puff swans several times and they always turn out perfect. They are a favorite of my family and friends.
Terri Celso
[email protected]These cream puff swans are the perfect dessert for any occasion. They are elegant and delicious.
Huncle Steve
[email protected]I love these cream puff swans! They are so easy to make and they are always a hit with my family and friends.
Abdoulkadri Mamoudou
[email protected]These cream puff swans are beautiful and delicious! I made them for a party and they were a huge hit.
Nilaja
[email protected]I was so excited to try this recipe but it was a complete disaster. The cream puffs didn't rise and they were all lopsided. I don't know what I did wrong.
Rabbi Maih
[email protected]These cream puff swans are so easy to make and they are so delicious! I love that they can be filled with any kind of filling you like. I have made them with both sweet and savory fillings and they are always a hit.
Lydia Ezeh
[email protected]I made these cream puff swans for a baby shower and they were a big hit! They were so cute and everyone loved them. I will definitely be making them again.
Mirek Interactive
[email protected]These cream puff swans were a huge hit at my daughter's birthday party! They were so easy to make and they looked so impressive. The kids loved them and they were a great way to celebrate her special day.